You Say It First - by Katie Cotugno

You Say It First is a captivating novel that explores the complexities of falling in love across party lines.

Meg, a privileged teen from Philadelphia, and Colby, a small-town Ohioan dealing with family tragedy, form an unlikely connection through a voter registration call center.

Despite their differences, they find themselves drawn to each other through a series of candid conversations that lead to a long-distance friendship and eventually, something more. As they navigate their relationship, Meg and Colby must confront the challenges of being from different worlds and facing opposing views on politics and life.

Will their connection be strong enough to overcome these obstacles? You Say It First is a thoughtful and layered novel that will resonate with teens questioning their futures or their own hearts.

With its realistic portrayal of messy victories and sweet imperfections, this book is a must-read for fans of romance, politics, and coming-of-age stories.